Administrator
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Manchester and Trafford Local Care Organisations as an Administrator. The role is available for the Community MSK Physio Service providing effective and efficient clerical and administrative support to the clinical team.
Main duties of the job
Providing effective and efficient clerical and administrative support to Community Health and Integrated Neighbourhood teams.
Coordination and implementation of office procedures and will require a high degree of organisational skills and excellent working knowledge of administrative systems.
Be the first point of contact and a focal point for the services requiring clear communication and liaison skills.
Work as part of a team at a community base and provide cross cover at other bases during periods of staff absence or increased workload in other teams.
Liaise closely with the multidisciplinary team ensuring the consistent delivery of service. It is essential that the post-holder is able to work flexibly as part of a team to deliver the service requirement
About us
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe - a great place to shape your career.With a workforce of over 30,000 colleagues, we work together to deliver exceptional care to more than 1 million people every year.Behind every patient cared for are people like you - keeping services running smoothly, supporting clinical teams, and helping create safe, welcoming environments for patients and our people alike.At MFT, we believe in the power of teamwork, respect, and inclusion. Our People Plan reflects our commitment to making MFT a place where everyone feels they belong, where your ideas are heard, and your contribution is truly valued. Join us and work smarter with our digital technology and thrive in a collaborative culture that empowers you to deliver your best to ensure that your work behind the scenes creates seamless, high-quality care and exceptional patient outcomes.Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow, we offer clear pathways for development and a culture that supports your wellbeing, ambition, and success. Everything you do makes a real difference to the lives of others.At MFT, your role matters, your impact is real, and you're part of something bigger from day one.
Job description
Job responsibilities
IMPORTANT CANDIDATE INFORMATION
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We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged.
Diversity Matters MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
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Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
As part of our commitment to safeguarding patients and staff, many roles at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This is a standard process across the NHS and helps us ensure a safe environment for everyone.
What is a DBS Check?
A DBS check is a background check that reveals any criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands, or warnings. The level of check required depends on the role:
Standard DBS: Checks for spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands, and final warnings.
Enhanced DBS: Includes the above, plus any additional information held by local police thats considered relevant to the role.
Enhanced with Barred Lists: Includes all of the above, plus checks against the childrens and/or adults barred lists.
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Person Specification
Qualifications
- oGood standard of numeracy and literacy.
- oEvidence of recent further development / willing to work towards NVQ 3 level.
- oIT qualification or equivalent.
Skills and knowledge
- oAble to deal confidently and professionally with all members of the MDT including patients and their families, resolving queries and progress chasing
- oAbility to analyse information to resolve problems
- oGood organisational skills.
- oExcellent communications skills.
- oWell-developed negotiating and motivating skills.
- oExperience of servicing meetings and taking minutes.
- oAbility to utilise a range of IT programmes, including Microsoft Office Suite including knowledge of Microsoft Access and PowerPoint.
- oKnowledge of the Health Service
- oKnowledge of Patient Administration systems e.g. EMIS/HIVE.
Experience
- Demonstrable experience of working within and office environment
- Experience of working with the NHS in a support role.
Personal attributes/abilities
- oAbility to work as part of a team as well as on own initiative.
- oAdaptable with a flexible approach to work and working hours.
- oGood customer service skills
- oWillingness to work flexibly at various locations in the service.
- oAbility to travel between various locations in the community.
- oRecognition of own limitations/flexibility.
Employer details
Employer name
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Alexandra Park Health Centre
2 Whitswood Close
Manchester
M16 7AP
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/